VC Principal @ AD Ventures in Boston, MA

Analog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI ) is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. ADI combines analog, digital, and software technologies into solutions that help drive advancements in digitized factories, mobility, and digital healthcare, combat climate change, and reliably connect humans and the world. With revenue of more than $9 billion in FY24 and approximately 24,000 people globally, ADI ensures today’s innovators stay Ahead of What's Possible.

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Location:

US, MA, Wilmington, Boston

Type:
Full time

The Principal role is a first-of-its-kind position at Analog Devices and is designed for a seasoned individual contributor who is eager to join the newly formed ADVentures team. Founded in 2025, ADVentures (ADV) is a corporate venture capital fund that aims to broaden ADI’s understanding of three key problem spaces:
Advanced Systems & Robotics, Climate & Energy, and Human Health.

A major success factor in this role will be your ability to evaluate and manage investments in early-stage startups, working cross-functionally with key stakeholders in engineering leadership.

• Support the research and analysis of disruptive technologies and business models with non-obvious implications for ADI, with the goal of identifying and recommending strategic spaces for ADV to consider investment opportunities
• Proactively build our investment pipeline globally, identifying and sourcing high-potential investment opportunities that are aligned to ADV’s mission and goals
• Build and maintain high-touch relationships with founders, industry subject matter experts, and key stakeholders for nascent problem spaces
• Participate in all aspects of due diligence, including business and market assessment, strategic relevance analysis, and drafting of materials for investment committee review
• Support internal reporting ranging from investment proposals, weekly project reviews, and ADV insights briefs
• Facilitate commercial partnerships between ADV’s portfolio companies and ADI to deliver tangible strategic value and provide ongoing support to help ADV portfolio companies succeed

• Experience working with both startup ecosystems and large corporate entities
• Deep intellectual curiosity and an ability to understand technical capabilities, limits, and potential
• Excellent analytical, research, and modeling skills
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Experience structuring and negotiating new deals

• 7-10 years of work experience
• MBA preferred; or Masters in a relevant field to one of ADV’s core areas of focus

At Analog Devices, you’ll be part of a collaborative and innovative team that’s shaping the future of technology. We offer a supportive environment focused on professional growth, competitive compensation and benefits, work-life balance, and the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects that make a real impact on the world.

Your expertise will shape the future of technology, and you’ll be supported by a culture that values continuous advancement and professional growth. Join us and help create the technologies that bridge the physical and digital worlds, making a tangible difference in how people live, work, and connect.

For positions requiring access to technical data, Analog Devices, Inc. may have to obtain export licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce – Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the U.S. Department of State – Directorate of Defense Trade Controls. As such, applicants for this position – except US Citizens, US Permanent Residents, and protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) – may have to go through an export licensing review process.

Analog Devices is an equal opportunity employer. We foster a culture where everyone has an opportunity to succeed regardless of their race, color, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, social or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, union membership, and political affiliation, or any other legally protected group.

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Job Req Type:
Experienced

Required Travel:
Yes, 10% of the time

Shift Type: 1st Shift/Days

The expected wage range for a new hire into this position is $131,250 to $196,875.

• Actual wage offered may vary depending on work location, experience, education training, external market data, internal pay equity, or other bona fide factors.
• This position qualifies for a discretionary performance-based bonus which is based on personal and company factors.
• This position includes medical, vision and dental coverage, 401k, paid vacation, holidays, and sick time, and other benefits.